Maroney arrested on gun charges

Douglas LeeJan 18, 2011 10:24 AM

Broncos RB Laurence Maroney was arrested Monday night in St. Louis on weapons charges. According to Maroney's spokesperson (Did you know third-string running backs had spokespeople? I didn't), Maroney has a conceal and carry permit, but apparently thinks it's okay to walk around toting a gun without a wallet. Maroney grew up in the St. Louis area and was either going to a concert or leaving one, according to reports.

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Well, on the up-side, the Broncos staff may not have to worry about cutting players next year during pre-season, as much of the fabric of this team might get taken off the field by the legal system&#8230lol.

Posted by jtomasik on 2011-01-18 19:07:49

Let me address the elephant in the room

I know that Maroney was acquired for less than the price of Marshawn Lynch, but the moves will inevitably be compared

I understood the need to get him at the time, and even rationalized how he might pay dividends with his knowledge of the system and seemingly good character

Now, Maroney is the one with the character type issues and Lynch is looking like a steal

Not to mention his Paytonesque run against the Saints

Yet another reason that I cannot wait for a fresh start

Feelings on the McDaniels era aside, I just want to move on from this season (as well as some of our current roster)